Nuts about (ethical) Cashew Nuts

Nuts about (ethical) Cashew Nuts

Did you know that a cashew nut is actually a seed that comes from a tree and grows out of the bottom of a cashew apple? Nope, nor did we!! We were also surprised to discover that cashews are not as innocuous as one might think and the truth of their journey to the UK...
Inland Sea Clothing at Scoop and Scales

Inland Sea Clothing at Scoop and Scales

It’s definitely hoodie weather isn’t it? We happen to have the softest and cosiest range of ‘Inland Sea’ clothing for sale at Scoop and Scales which are happily made ethically and from 100% recycled material and organic cotton. Adam, the founder and creative talent...
Bohea Teas

Bohea Teas

We are quite (very) excited to have some very special loose leaf teas in our midst. Based in Manchester, Bohea Teas was founded by husband and wife team Chris and Sophie.  Combining a joint passion for tea with Sophie’s background in horticulture their aim is “to help...

Sounds of the Forest

Scoop and Scales member Hayley Ashby explains how a global audio project launched in lockdown has tapped into a renewed appreciation of the natural world.  For more information and to listen to some of these incredible recordings click on Timber festival website links...